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Getting started

A Maryland driver's license with personal details, a photo of the cardholder, and a green check mark in the upper right corner indicating approval.At the Maryland State Retirement Agency, we are continually improving the mySRPS experience for our members and retirees. For added security, we have rolled out new features to protect your account. When logging into mySRPS for the first time, members and retirees will be walked through an online process to confirm their identity. Don’t worry. It’s quick and easy. Most importantly, it adds an additional layer of security to your online account.

A person registers for mySRPS on a laptop, with instructions indicating the need for a mobile phone and government ID, and a welcome message for the Maryland State Retirement portal.
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Option 1 – Government ID

Before registering for mySPRS using your internet-connected computer, you’ll need to have two additional items handy: a camera-equipped mobile phone and your government-issued ID card. That’s all! Follow the simple instructions and, in just a few minutes, you’ll have access to a powerful retirement planning tool designed just for you.

Before you begin, let’s go over some tips to make registration a breeze.

Photographing Your Government-Issued ID

To prove your identity, you’ll need to snap a photo of a government-issued identification. A driver’s license, state ID card or passport will work great. You’ll be guided to take this photo, and a photo of yourself, within the mySRPS app. So, don’t do it yet.

A person photographs an ID card on a desk using a smartphone, with tips to use soft light and avoid glare for a clear photo.
  • Use a high-resolution camera like a smartphone or tablet camera, rather than a webcam.
  • Position your license to fit inside your camera’s crop marks.
  • Take your photos in a well-lit area with indirect light.
  • Hold your device still while taking the photos.
A Maryland driver's license with personal details, a photo of the cardholder, and a green check mark in the upper right corner indicating approval.

Providing Your Photo

You’ll also need to take a quick selfie. This photo will be used only to confirm your identify.

Three examples of taking an ID photo: correct face photo, incorrect with sunglasses, and incorrect with face off-center, with instructions for proper photo submission.

Option 2 – Knowledge-Based Questions and Phone Verification

This process validates your information by answering a few knowledge-based questions and matching your name & phone number against trusted sources.

You’ll need your personal mobile phone to receive a one-time link after your phone number is verified. Once you click the link, the verification process will be complete.

Ready to register and start using mySRPS? Click here.

To view a short video that will walk you through the registration process, click here.